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Retina | Retinal Occlusion

Submitted by admin on 04/05/10

A retinal occlusion is a blockage of the blood supply (artery or vein) to the retina, the light sensitive membrane in the back of the eye. This disruption can quickly “starve” the retina (the vital nerve tissue) that records, transmits, or interprets visual images.